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    Feb 21, 2008, 10:10 AM
    OPT to H1 and married
    Hi,

    I was on OPT & CPT till Sep 2007 and then changed my status to H1b on 1st Oct 2007.
    I also got married in dec 2007.
    My wife is on H4 visa and does not work.

    What forms do I need to file? Can I file as a resident?

    Usuf
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    Mar 7, 2008, 12:12 PM
    You can file jointly with your wife and you BOTH choose to be treated as resident aliens fr all of 2007, You must sign a statement to that effect and attach it to the Form 1040.

    Because of the statement, the tax return must be mailed; no efiling.
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